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Have questions for Santa? So did we. Here's what he he had to say.
We asked Santa to answer all the burning questions kids have about the jolly old fellow, and his reindeer too.
Pedestrian dies in hit-and-run crash on North Side, Madison police say
The crash happened shortly after 4:30 a.m. Saturday in the 1700 block of Packers Avenue, Chief Shon Barnes said in his blog.
Former Wisconsin men's basketball player who died of cancer used last years to inspire
The former Badgers walk-on wasn't a natural spokesperson, but he became a motivational figure over a 28-month battle with the pediatric bone cancer osteosarcoma.
UW Health, Meriter requiring face masks again, as respiratory viruses rise
Hospital officials cited a recent rise of COVID-19, flu and RSV cases in Dane County, as expected this time of year.
Cutting 1 of 6 positions at UW-Oshkosh saved $15M, but there's still a $3M shortfall
It's still a "significant gap," UW-Oshkosh Chancellor Andrew Leavitt wrote — larger than the projected shortfalls at four of the other Universities of Wisconsin campuses as of August.
5 high school girls basketball stars from the Madison area: Dec. 19 edition
A rare feat and some big scoring performances highlighted last week's girls basketball action. Here are some of the area's top efforts.
5 high school boys basketball stars from the Madison area: Dec. 19 edition
Strong performances from beyond the 3-point arc and inside the lane highlighted last week's boys basketball action. Here are some of the area's notable efforts.
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin to resume abortions at its Sheboygan clinic within days
The group promised earlier this month to restart abortion services at the clinic "as soon as possible" after a judge reaffirmed her ruling that state law permits abortions.
Packers coach Matt LaFleur standing by defensive coordinator Joe Barry
LaFleur stood by his defensive coordinator Monday, despite the unit's atrocious performance in Green Bay's home loss to Tampa Bay. See what LaFleur had to say about Sunday's performance.
UW-Madison launches tuition-waiver programs for Indigenous students
In-state undergraduate students affiliated with of Wisconsin's 11 federally recognized tribes will be eligible for a full-tuition waiver program, regardless of financial need.
How Luke Fickell views Wisconsin's QBs after adding transfer Tyler Van Dyke
Badgers coach Luke Fickell wouldn't discuss Miami transfer Tyler Van Dyke directly, but he made it known that the Badgers QBs are all competing this offseason.
3 things that stood out from Luke Fickell's news conference as Wisconsin prepares for LSU
The Badgers coach touched on several topics Monday. Here's what he said.
Wisconsin won't see the Heisman Trophy winner at the ReliaQuest Bowl
LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels announced Monday that he won't play in the ReliaQuest Bowl against Wisconsin.
Sit like a Wisconsin football recruit: An inside look at the props used in player photos
A throne and a wrestling championship belt often make their way into photos taken during visits. Here's where they're from.
Ice Age Trail is a Wisconsin gem worth exploring -- William G. Lunney
We in Dane County have an amazing gem in our midst -- the Ice Age Trail.
Season should remind us of sacredness of life -- Patrick Hardyman
The Wisconsin State Journal has printed a number of editorials, columns and letters to the editor supporting abortion.
New holiday for county staff will be costly for taxpayers -- Tim Kiefer
It’s the holiday season -- in more ways than one.
Songs of holiday jeer target Biden, Trump, Ozempic | Center Stage with Milfred and Hands
On their latest podcast, Milfred and Hands sing political lyrics set to holiday songs.
Likely new dog illness showing up in Wisconsin; veterinarians urge caution
"Most likely, if I had to guess, it's a novel pathogen or maybe a virus that has changed or a bacteria that's changed," Poulsen said.






